Kampus.chat
Academic community platform for Turkish universities
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Kampus.chat is a platform designed to connect students from Turkey's top universities, creating an exclusive academic community where they can share knowledge, collaborate, and build meaningful connections.
FEATURES
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University-Specific Communities
Dedicated spaces for each university with moderated discussions
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Knowledge Sharing
Platform for sharing academic resources, notes, and insights
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Collaboration Tools
Project matching and group formation for academic collaborations
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Verified Academic Profiles
University email verification system to maintain community integrity
TECHNOLOGIES USED
MY CONTRIBUTION
As a backend developer for Kampus.chat, I was responsible for designing and implementing the API architecture, user authentication system, and real-time messaging functionality. I worked closely with the frontend team to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
Key contributions included:
- Developing the authentication and authorization system with university email verification
- Implementing real-time messaging using WebSockets
- Creating a scalable API architecture
- Setting up caching mechanisms to improve performance
- Implementing data validation and security measures
CHALLENGES & SOLUTIONS
Challenge: Scaling for Multiple Universities
Designing a system that could efficiently handle separate communities for multiple universities while maintaining performance.
Solution:
Implemented a microservices architecture with dedicated services for different functionalities, allowing independent scaling based on demand. Used MongoDB's sharding capabilities to distribute data across multiple servers.
OUTCOME
Kampus.chat is currently in beta, with plans for a full launch across major Turkish universities. The platform has received positive feedback from early users, particularly regarding its clean interface and community-focused features.